Latest News About Saudi Arabia’s Line vision faces scrutiny with tightened budgets

The Line appeared at consultant briefings as consultants reassess its viability under tighter budgets; With new leadership delays beyond original timelines. Unveiled as part of Vision 2030 planned as a 170-km car-free metropolis targeting up to 1.5 million residents by 2030; early updates show a substantially smaller population and limited early construction progress. Funding constraints driven by fluctuating oil revenue plus leadership changes at NEOM have contributed to a scaled-back outlook and revised milestones.